Europe sanctions Putin's pals over 'hybrid' threats
Briefly

The European Union has imposed sanctions on several Russia-linked entities for their involvement in various cyber threats, including GPS signal jamming, sabotaging undersea cables, and aiding in information manipulation. The sanctions are intended to freeze their assets, prohibit them from traveling within Europe, and restrict their business operations. Among those targeted is Stark Industries, which is accused of facilitating cyber-attacks and supporting crime teams aligned with Russian interests. These actions aim to protect European security against rising hybrid threats linked to Russian forces operating from Kaliningrad.
The EU has sanctioned multiple Russia-linked entities accused of GPS jamming, undersea sabotage, and information manipulation to counter hybrid threats and cyber-attacks.
By freezing assets and imposing travel bans, the European Union aims to stop destabilizing activities linked to Moscow-backed organizations targeting Europe.
Notably sanctioned is Stark Industries, allegedly involved in cyber-attacks and support for online espionage, tied to Russian interests and North Korea.
GPS failures across Europe have been attributed to Kaliningrad's electronic warfare operations, highlighting concerns over jamming activities affecting the Baltic region.
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